deadlock.
A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.
Meaning & usage
A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.
The negotiation ended in deadlock, with neither party willing to compromise on the price.
An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.
Synonym of deadbolt (“type of lock”).
Where this word comes from
Etymology tree English dead Proto-Indo-European *lewg-der. Proto-Germanic *luką Proto-West Germanic *lok Old English loc Middle English lok English lock English deadlock From dead + lock.
To cause or come to a deadlock.
To bring to a state of deadlock.
Where this word comes from
Etymology tree English dead Proto-Indo-European *lewg-der. Proto-Germanic *luką Proto-West Germanic *lok Old English loc Middle English lok English lock English deadlock From dead + lock.
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